TANISHA FITZGERALD
Havre De Grace
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with a strong background in compassionate patient care, vital signs monitoring, and HIPAA compliance. Proven ability to adapt in diverse healthcare settings while ensuring high-quality support.
Compassionate healthcare professional skilled in direct patient support and vital signs monitoring. Experienced in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and enhancing patient well-being.
Knowledgeable [Desired Position] with solid foundation in patient care and support. Proven ability to assist in various medical procedures and enhance patient comfort. Demonstrated efficiency in managing patient records and collaborating with healthcare teams.
Healthcare professional with comprehensive background in providing compassionate patient care and support. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments. Brings strong skills in patient monitoring, basic medical procedures, and effective communication, ensuring seamless team collaboration and optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Shift Key Agency
Maryland Area
11.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Provided compassionate support and companionship to enhance patient well-being.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation for care continuity.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily tasks, ensuring high-quality support for patient needs.
- Provided compassionate patient care during assignments in diverse healthcare settings.
- Adapted quickly to new environments and protocols, demonstrating flexibility and reliability.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and infection control standards in all assignments.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Collaborated with fellow CNAs to develop efficient care routines that maximized productivity while maintaining a high standard of care in each facility visited during travels.
Behavior Health Technician
University Of Maryland Medical System
Aberdeen MD
02.2025 - 11.2025
- Monitored patient behavior and provided therapeutic support in crisis situations.
- Assisted with the implementation of individualized treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care and effective communication.
- Documented patient progress and behavioral observations accurately in electronic health records.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to promote social interaction and coping skills among patients.
- Analyzed behavioral patterns to identify triggers and recommend adjustments to treatment strategies.
- Developed and executed recreational activities that enhanced patient engagement and well-being.
- Promoted positive behavior changes by establishing clear expectations, consistent consequences, and reinforcement systems tailored to individual client needs.
- Recognized individuals under influence of drugs or alcohol and typical behaviors associated with each.
- Performed venipuncture and capillary draws to collect blood specimens for diagnostic testing.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures during blood collection procedures.
Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Connect Rn Agency
Maryland Area
04.2023 - 10.2025
- Trained new staff on best practices in patient care and safety protocols.
- Implemented infection control measures, contributing to a safe healthcare environment.
- Monitored vital signs, promptly reporting any concerning changes to appropriate medical professionals.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care during daily activities.
- Changed incontinent patients and established verbal cueing for toileting, turning and repositioning to maintain skin integrity.
- Assisted patients with mobility issues, utilizing proper lifting techniques to prevent injuries to them or myself.
- Reduced instances of bedsores by regularly repositioning immobile patients according to established guidelines.
- Attended continuing education workshops on geriatric nursing best practices, staying up-to-date on latest research findings in the field.
Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Lorien Health Services
Harford County
05.2024 - 01.2025
- Assisted with daily living activities to enhance patient comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for residents.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to promote mental well-being among patients.
- Advocated for resident needs, fostering a culture of respect and dignity in care delivery.
Patient Care Technician
University of Maryland Hospital
Bel Air, MD
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Assisted nurses with patient care tasks, ensuring comfort and safety during treatments.
- Monitored vital signs, accurately documenting changes and reporting to medical staff promptly.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient needs.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices in patient handling and safety protocols.
- Advocated for patients' needs by effectively communicating concerns to medical professionals.
- Implemented infection control measures, contributing to improved sanitation standards within the facility.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, driving enhancements in patient satisfaction and care delivery.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Griswold Home Health Care
Bel Air, MD
10.2015 - 02.2022
- Provided compassionate care to patients, assisting with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely interventions.
- Assisted in mobility and rehabilitation exercises, promoting patient independence and safety.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities, enhancing communication among healthcare team members.
- Trained new staff on patient care protocols and safety procedures, fostering a culture of excellence.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Education
High School Diploma -
Integrated Health
Phlebotomy Tech - Phlebotomy Certification
Integrated Health Tw
Baltimore MD11-2023
Certified Nursing Assistant/ GNA Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant
Health Focus
Baltimore, MD03-2011
High School Diploma -
Aberdeen High School
Aberdeen MD05-2002
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Collecting vital signs
- Bathing assistance
- Compassionate
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Dressing assistance
- Bedside manner
- Safety precautions
- Vital signs monitoring
- Blood collection techniques
- Patient confidentiality
- Paperwork processing
- Syringe method
- Geriatric phlebotomy
- Patient preparation
- Venipuncture
- End-of-life care
- Client documentation
- Pressure ulcer prevention
- Hygiene maintenance
- Recreational activities
- Fall prevention
- Condition reporting
- Toileting assistance
- Postmortem care
- ADL management
- Nursing support
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- NCPCT - Patient Care Technician
Languages
English
Timeline
Behavior Health Technician
University Of Maryland Medical System
02.2025 - 11.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Shift Key Agency
11.2024 - Current
Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Lorien Health Services
05.2024 - 01.2025
Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Connect Rn Agency
04.2023 - 10.2025
Patient Care Technician
University of Maryland Hospital
10.2022 - 03.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant/Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Griswold Home Health Care
10.2015 - 02.2022
High School Diploma -
Integrated Health
Phlebotomy Tech - Phlebotomy Certification
Integrated Health Tw
Certified Nursing Assistant/ GNA Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant
Health Focus
High School Diploma -
Aberdeen High School